Description
A path traversal vulnerability exists in Foxit PDF Editor/Reader's handling of embedded PDF resources. Insufficient validation of resource file paths may allow files to be written outside their intended locations, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxit Software | Foxit PDF Editor | Versions 2026.2 and earlier, Versions 14.0.7 and earlier, Versions 13.2.6 and earlier | — |
| Foxit Software | Foxit PDF Reader | Versions 2026.2 and earlier | — |
Advisories 1
- WID-SEC-2026-3525 Foxit PDF Reader und Foxit PDF Editor: Mehrere Schwachstellen BSI CERT-Bund (WID) · Sep 23, 2026